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The National Aviary has launched a new nest cam trained on two African penguin eggs expected to hatch later this month.Parents Sidney and Bette are…
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Two green-winged macaws fly over the audience in the National Aviary's free-flight theater, then land on separate agility courses. A race ensues between…
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Cathy Schlott’s fingers are covered in blood, but she doesn’t seem concerned or put off by it. She’s feeding Anne, a 4-pound adult barred owl, which are…
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The Highland Park Bridge is noisy—traffic speeds by as barges pass through the nearby lock and a train rattles underneath. But in the past few years, a new, natural sound has joined the orchestra of automobiles and industry: gulls. To be more specific: Herring gulls.
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Ever wonder what it’s like to experience flying the way a bird does?It’s possible – sort of – with the National Aviary’s new virtual reality exhibit. It…
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This week, WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh hang out at 21st Street Coffee and Tea in the Strip District. This…
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On this special edition of Essential Pittsburgh we'll take listeners on a unique tour of the city. Even if you’ve been to Kennywood, The Frick Pittsburgh…
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On this special edition of Essential Pittsburgh we'll take listeners on a unique tour of the city. Even if you’ve been to Kennywood, The Frick Pittsburgh…
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The National Aviary’s sloth is now 5 months old and finally has a name.Aviary officials said he was named Valentino by an anonymous donor who bid for the…
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The National Aviary on the North Side has received another five years of accreditation from the National Association of Zoos & Aquariums for its high…